Australian Bitcoin ATM Seized During $2.6M Drug Trafficking Investigation
A Bitcoin ATM located in the city of Brisbane (Australia) has been seized in part of a drug trafficking sting. The ATM was taken by the local police because of its alleged connection with a sting which brought in product worth more than 2.6 million dollars. The ATM was located in a cafe called The Roastery Cafe, which, according to the investigators, was a huge traffic hub for drugs including methamphetamines and cocaine. Also read: Australia to Get 100 Bitcoin ATMs. Bitcoin ATM Embroiled In Drug Trafficking Investigation. Brent Carrall, the 34-year-old co-owner of the Roastery Cafe who....
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